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Federal Grant Writing

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Course description

This course will take a close look at the top federal granting agencies for libraries: National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH), the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), and the National Science Foundation (NSF). The workshop is based upon the requirements of these particular granting entities.

The course can be customized to focus on a variety of potential grant topics including training, leadership, digitization, recruitment, and outreach.

Perfect for

All library staff members who are working on or thinking about writing a federal grant.

What you will learn

This workshop will take your great idea and help you develop a fundable, competitive grant template. Most national grants encourage collaboration, and this workshop will help you brainstorm appropriate partners that won't stretch your library resources. Hands-on exercises will be provided to guide you through the evaluation criteria and how national grants are reviewed.

Topics covered include

  • The ability to properly choose and prepare a grant proposal
  • Evaluating appropriate funding sources
  • Project preparation
  • Hands-on practice in preparing a proposal
  • How to develop stronger partnerships for bigger impact

Course details

Duration: 1 Day

Fee:

$75 Western Members

$125 All Others

Instructor: